We know that taking time away from the business can be difficult, but it is worthwhile when it helps you make informed decisions and connect with the right people. The UKFT Weaving Conference is designed to help you do both.
On 8 October 2026, Cedar Court Hotel in Huddersfield will host a full programme dedicated to innovation and productivity in weaving manufacturing. The day begins with registration and coffee networking from 9am, followed by sessions on the economic outlook, weaving machinery, automation, AI, digital twins, dashboards, the connected factory, research, skills, brand priorities, energy, funding and smarter systems.
The speaker and organisation list spans manufacturers, machinery companies, research centres, technology specialists, brands, policymakers and business support. That mix matters. Productivity challenges rarely sit within one department, and the most useful answer may emerge from a conversation between people who would not normally meet in the same room.
Networking is built into the day through coffee and lunch breaks. A relaxed dinner gives delegates more time to continue discussions with colleagues from across the industry.
If you are responsible for manufacturing strategy, production performance, technical investment, innovation, skills or supply chain development, this is a practical opportunity to step back from immediate demands and examine what should come next.
Bring the questions currently occupying your team. Which losses are worth addressing first? Where could automation release skilled time? What information would improve planning? Which customer expectations need a response now? What support could make an investment possible? The programme is built to help move those questions forward.
Tickets are available now. Don’t miss out!
Event details: 8 October 2026 | 9am–5pm, followed by networking dinner | Cedar Court Hotel, Huddersfield
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